William E. Smith - General Superintendent
Have you had any title changes since you started, if so what are they in order?
- Carpenter
- Carpenter Forman
- Assistant Superintendent
- Superintendent
- General Superintendent
What certifications, honors and any awards have you received?
23 years of Safety awards and accident free
What is the most rewarding part of your job?
The respect and positive relationships developed with owners of jobs. Also with architects and subcontractors.
What is your specialty?
Overall Construction
What relationships have you built through Baldwin & Shell, and please describe?
I have done more jobs than I can mention and with each job I have established a good working relationship with the owners and subcontractors as well as the Architects. These relationships did not end when the job ended. Something that can be said when you make a positive impact in a person’s life whether big or small.
What is your favorite thing about working at Baldwin & Shell?
Building relationships and satisfying the owners
Where have you obtained your education and any degrees?
Watson Chapel High, UAPB and on the job training
What is your spouse’s name?
Sandra Smith
How many children do you have and what are their names?
Five - De’ Shunda Davis, Sylvester Davis, Tawana Smith, William C. Smith and Legacie C. Smith
How many grandchildren do you have and what are their names?
Six - Destinee Colvin, Emmanuel Brown, Kenndie Davis, Zummaree Overton, Prestin Jackson, Darren Hilton. Greatgrand: Heziah Colvin
What is your favorite book?
Home Builders
What is your favorite movie?
CSI
What is your favorite sport?
Football
What are your hobbies?
Hunting and fishing
What are two things you cannot live without?
God and my family
What is your most memorable life experience to date?
When I met my wife
Who do you admire most?
My mother
Where did you grow up?
Pine Bluff
What is something that would surprise people about you?
That I am a man of strong faith and I desire to inspire others to be your best at whatever you do, take pride in yourself and your work
What is your favorite food?
Greens, Candied Yams and Roast
What is your favorite sports team?
Broncos
What is your favorite band?
Earth, Wind and Fire
Do you have any pets?
A Boxer named JT
What is your favorite color?
Blue
What is something you absolutely will NOT eat?
Raw Fish